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Top Trump Officials Opt for Military Housing Over Affluence

3/21/2026

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In Washington, several high-ranking officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, are residing in military housing, a shift from traditional affluent neighborhoods.
The trend includes at least six senior Trump administration officials, such as Attorney General Pam Bondi, who faces issues with a flooded basement.
Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, is expected to vacate her military home soon after departing the department.

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In Washington, several high-ranking officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, are residing in military housing, a shift from traditional affluent neighborhoods.
The trend includes at least six senior Trump administration officials, such as Attorney General Pam Bondi, who faces issues with a flooded basement.
Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, is expected to vacate her military home soon after departing the department.